2002 Buick Century vs. 1994 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet APV would be higher. Both 2002 Buick Century and 1994 Chevrolet APV are equipped with a 3,135 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1994 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | APV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
